Biology, 26.03.2020 17:40, Kalistaaaaaaa

A patient with chest trauma is hypotensive on presentation and c/o shortness of breath (SOB) in a pre-hospital setting. Exam reveals jugular venous distension (JVD), tracheal deviation, and decreased breath sounds associated with hyperresonance to percussion on one side of his chest. Other than providing O2, starting IVs, and placing the patient on a cardiac monitor, what is the most appropriate initial therapy for this patient?A. Tube thoracostomy
B. Needle thoracostomy
C. Intubation
D. Pericardiocentesis

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